Columbus Middle School vs Shepherd Middle School
A head-to-head comparison of two middle schools in Montana, United States, 78 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Columbus Middle School
Columbus · Public middle · Grades 6–8
178 students
Shepherd Middle School
Shepherd · Public middle · Grades 6–8
180 students
| Measure | Columbus Middle School Columbus, Montana | Shepherd Middle School Shepherd, Montana |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 63 Top 50% | 51 Top 50% |
| State rank | #23 of 102 | #51 of 102 |
| National rank | #4923 of 15,369 | #7484 of 15,369 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Middle |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades 6–8 |
| Students | 178 | 180 |
| Enrollment | 178 | 180 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 26.4% | 37.2% |
| Students per teacher | 19.8 | 12.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 42% |
| Math proficiency | 42% | 37% |
| city | Columbus | Shepherd |
| state | Montana | Montana |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Columbus Middle School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (62.5 vs 50.8).
- •Columbus Middle School does better on math proficiency (42% vs 37%).
- •Columbus Middle School does better on reading proficiency (62% vs 42%).
- •Columbus Middle School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (26.4% vs 37.2%).
- •Shepherd Middle School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 19.8).
- •Shepherd Middle School is the larger school with 180 students compared with 178.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus Middle School better than Shepherd Middle School?
On the Success Index (US), Columbus Middle School ranks higher (62.5 vs 50.8 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Columbus Middle School and Shepherd Middle School?
About 78 km in a straight line, between Columbus and Shepherd in Montana.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Columbus Middle School: 178. Shepherd Middle School: 180. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Columbus Middle School and Shepherd Middle School rank in Montana?
Columbus Middle School is 23rd of 102 and Shepherd Middle School is 51st of 102 among middle schools in Montana on the 2025 Success Index (US).